WHISKER TALES: Shelter animals seek new families

BOOTSIE is a 2-year-old tuxedo cat. She came to the shelter with kittens and is now looking for a home. She is shorthaired and needs someone to give her the TLC she deserves.

Glenda A. Hazard/Daily News staff

Milford Humane Society

Milford Humane Society is open for adoptions at 289 West St., (Rte. 140) on Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. and on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m. Cats are also shown at Petco in Milford on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Additional information about the cats listed can be obtained by calling 508-473-7008. The shelter Web site is www.milfordhumane.org. All Milford Humane cats have been given rabies and distemper shots, have been spayed or neutered and have been tested for FIV and FeLV.

KITTENS: A variety of kittens are availble for adoption.

BOOTSIE is a 2-year-old tuxedo cat. She came to the shelter with kittens and is now looking for a home. She is shorthaired and needs someone to give her the TLC she deserves.

AMBER is a lovely buff-colored female. She is about two years old and also came to the shelter with kittens. She is very sweet.

FELICIA is a lovely calico/tortie mix. She is medium haired and came to the shelter with kittens. She has a sweet temperament and gets along with most other cats.

ALLY is a 4-year-old calico. She is shorthaired and very nice.

MICKEY is a 2-year-old black and white male. He is shorthaired and spunky.

HARLEY is a handsome, longhaired black male. He is very affectionate and gets along with other cats. He is also FIV positive, but in great overall health.

TYLAW is a spunky brown tiger. He is shorthaired and about 4 years old. He gets along with some other animals.

NOEL is a shorthaired calico. She is about 5 years old. She tolerates other cats but would probably prefer to be an only child.

BAILEY is a long-haired orange male. He is about 5 years old and was brought to the shelter because of allergies. He may prefer to be the only cat in his new home.

MUDSLIDE AND MIMOSA are 10-month-old brothers. They are a bit shy but very cute and need someone willing to help them come out of their shells. They are shorthaired tigers with white and they need to be placed together.LUNA is a pretty gray tiger. She is shorthaired and 7 years old. She may prefer to be the only cat.

VIOLET AND AMETHYST are a mother/daughter pair. Violet is about 2 years old and Amethyst is a year. They are shorthaired torties and are mirror images of each other. They would like to stay together.

ARCHIE AND REGGIE are black and white siblings. They are about a year old. They are very nice but a little shy.

JOEY AND JOSEPH are cute white and tiger-striped brothers. They are shorthaired about a year old. They are a little shy and would like to stay together in a relatively quiet home. They would be fine with other animals.

Baypath Humane Society

Baypath is on Rafferty Road, Hopkinton. The shelter is open everyday from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All Baypath dogs have been spayed or neutered, wormed, heartworm tested and have age-appropriate shots. They also have a Safewatch microchip and leave the shelter with a no-slip collar.
Baypath also has cats available for adoption.The following animals are available for adoption. Further information is available at 508-435-6938 or www.baypathhumane.org.

GENERAL LEE is an 8-year-old Treeing Walker Coonhound mix. He is a fun-loving, gentle soul. He came up to Baypath from Kentucky and has settled in nicely. Although a senior, General Lee is playful. Calmer than a rambunctious pup, he would do best in a quiet home that can shower this handsome fella with lots of love and attention. He LOVES to sleep in in the morning, but then he gets moving. Like most hounds that reside at Baypath at one time or another he can carry a tune with that bark of his. But again, like most hounds that leave Baypath, once he's out of this hectic environment we're sure he will be happy to sleep in with you then ease into a mellow day. He is going to be getting dental surgery to fix up his teeth, but then he will be ready to roll.

JASPER is a 1.5 –year-old terrier mix. He has lived with children and likes other dogs.

MARLEY is a 1-year-old American pit bull terrier / pointer mix. Marley is an absolute doll. She is pint sized girl at around 40/45 lbs. She has a beautiful blue eye, a gorgeous green eye and a trademark tongue. She loves riding in the car and draping herself over the arm rest. She does great with other dogs. She is happy to play with the more playful ones, but can also hang with older dogs. She was evaluated multiple times as part of the Massachusetts animal control placement program training and did well each and every time. It doesn't seem that anyone has tried to teach her any tricks yet, but she did learn sit with about 15 minutes of patience and a grilled cheese. She certainly is willing to learn. She would make a wonderful addition to any family.

RACHEL is a 3-year-old Treeing Walker Coonhound mix. Rachel is a delightful girl who made her way to us from a Kentucky kill shelter. She has enjoyed her days here in beautiful Hopkinton, taking in all the sights and sounds like a true hound. She loves to play and goof around and would make a great companion.

OREO is about seven months old and adorable. If cuddlebug is a word then it best describes her. She's bright and curious, a quick learner and well trained - she sits, "high fives," lies down, and goes into her crate on command - but, while her teething time is recently past, she still likes to mouth just about anything, including fingers (She's learning not to). She loves to play, loves her squeaky toys and retriever dummy and she does her best to encourage you to play too. Oreo belonged first to a boy whose family did not want her, and she was kept in a dark garage until she was nearly four months old, neglected and left alone much of the time while they hoped for a new home. We stepped in when it appeared the next step was to put her down. We have worked to socialize her with people and animals including dogs, cats, and even a caged bird. She needs a home where she will have someone with her all day to play with and help her to remember her lessons. She is good with older kids, though she's a bit too bouncy for little ones now. She'd like a big yard to run in and plenty of walks every day.

TODD just appeared at somebody’s summer camp trailer - he decided he wanted to live there. The people were staying only a couple of months so they reached out for help. These people have a very old dog, who was not thrilled that Todd had moved in outside, and a younger dog who really liked Todd. Todd gave the old lady her space and played with the younger dog. He also would visit neighbors and interact with their dogs; no one ever complained about his presence. He likes cats too.

KAHLI is a 3-year-old male chow chow mix. You have to come meet this truly unique looking dog. He has a beautiful fuzzy brindle coat. He loves to jump up and give kisses. He gets along very well with his kennel buddy Cano. He does great on leash and loves to stroll along on his walks.

JO is a 2-year-old terrier mix. This lovely lady was found wandering around the streets of Worcester with her counterpart Mo. The staff cannot fathom why this special girl was let out. She's so sweet and affectionate, and she LOVES to meet new people.

JACKSON BLUE is an Australian cattle dog mix. Jackson Blue is super energetic and a wonderful little fella who will crack you up. If you are looking for a summertime beach buddy, Jackson is the boy for you.

MONKEY is a 2-year-old coonhound mix. Monkey's had a tough beginning, but this girl is a total soldier. She had an X-Ray done before coming to Baypath and the vet found a bullet shell. Luckily it is not in a place that would cause her any problems. Monkey enjoyed the ride here and is a pro in the car. She also loves other dogs.

BELLE is a 2-year-old American blue heeler mix. She is incredibly friendly and loving. She is a petite southern belle who had a rough start. Rounded up as part of a hoarding raid, Belle luckily was brought up here to find her forever home. She would do well with a family who has time to bond with her and take her to training. As a blue heeler, she'd be great at agility.

SCARLETT is a wonderful 2-year-old female Siberian husky/greyhound mix. Scarlet needs to go to a home with another dog so she can play all day long with them. She is looking for a home that is very active as she has heaps of energy and likes to keep herself occupied. Scarlet loves to play with people, dogs, tennis balls and stuffed animals.

Greyhound Rescue of New England

The following dogs are available at Greyhound Rescue of N.E., Inc., Mendon. The shelter can be reached at 508-478-1617.

DAWN is a very spunky, happy girl. She loves life and wants to see it all. If you want a dog who would love an active lifestyle, she’s the one. No small animals.

ABBY is a sweet, loving girl who is cat friendly. She does have some separation anxiety if alone, so another dog to keep her company is a must. She was in foster care and one of the foster mom’s favorites.

CONMAN is a big, beautiful white dog – 4 years old – and ready for a big adventure exploring life outside of the kennel. He has some separation anxiety if alone, so another dog to keep him company is a must. He’s such a magnificent looking boy.

COCO is turning 11 years old this month. She’s not sure how she ended up homeless at this stage of her life, but she’s pretty sad about it. She’s not a Greyhound — she’s a little 40-lb. hound cross — but she’s so friendly and personable, they say she’s like a cat. She just loves to sit with you and be patted forever. She would do best in a quiet household, probably as an only pet at this time in her life.

KATE is a gentle shy girl, with a happy dog hiding inside. She loves going out with the other dogs, or getting gentle pats in the kennel. She's shy in new situation but she slowly learns life isn't so scarey. She'd do best with a quiet patient family, a fenced yard, and another dog to show her the ropes.

DANNY is new to the kennel and seems like really sweet guy. He's calm and gentle, 2 years old, good in his crate or out playing with the other dogs. He loves attention, he waits patiently for his turn for loving. No small animals.

CASE is a sweet, happy boy who loves attention. He’d do best with someone who is around a lot and can make him feel comfortable. He can tend to be nervous in new situations. He’s not really a shy dog, he just needs some consistency and stability and he’s adore his new owners.

CLAIRE is a sweet little brindle girl who is new to the kennel. She seems a tad afraid of men, but comes around quickly with patient and gentleness. She’s happy and sweet, and loves the other dogs.

Purr-fect Cat Shelter

Purr-fect Cat's felines can be viewed for adoption by appointment. The cats have been vaccinated, spayed or neutered and tested for FIV and FeLV. To arrange a time, please leave a message at the shelter message center at 508-533-5855. The shelter Web site is www.purrfectcatshelter.org.

MOOKIE is an adult male brown tiger. Mookie was an indoor cat who was suddenly thrown outside and his family refused to let him back indoors. He had no shelter and stood at the back door of their home crying and crying to get in. Our PCS volunteer watched in horror. She went to speak to them on several occasions and asked them to please surrender the cat to the shelter, which they finally did.

MURPH is an orange and white tiger. He is declawed and shorthaired. Picked up by our Animal Control Officer and unclaimed, Murph was then turned over to PCS. He is mellow, friendly and so loving. Murph is currently being treated for a corneal ulcer. His last recheck showed that the ulcer is almost completely healed. Other than the eye, which is resolving, he has been declared to be in excellent health. Murph is a great cat and would love a family to take him home.

SWEETIE is a young adult female. She is white with a few tiger patches. This beautiful 3-year-old cat was surrendered to the shelter by her owner who told us that it had been his girlfriend’s cat and she "stuck" him with it when they broke up. He moved back in with his mother who told him the cat needed to go. An adult home would be good for this beautiful cat.

SAMBUCA is young black female. Sambuca is a petite cat, who in her very short life has been passed from one family to another and then to the shelter. The first family had a new baby and a new puppy and didn’t want little Sambuca. They gave her to someone else who already had a cat. Sambuca should have been spayed before being introduced into a new household with another cat. She was then turned over to PCS and is doing very well. Sweet and a bit shy, this beautiful little cat with enormous round amber eyes would really appreciate an adult home.

ARTIE is a young brown tiger. Artie was picked up as a stray by our local Animal Control Officer. Artie is sweet, gentle and playful and should be a great addition to most homes.

HOPE is an adult shorthaired black and white female. Poor Hope. She has lost all faith in mankind. Her former owner threw her out of the house, locked the door and put the house up for sale! This cat was terrified! She had always been an indoor cat and it was a neighbor who called to inform us of the situation. Hope is a cat who needs a lot of reassurance and love. A quiet home with someone who will give her the time she needs to once again feel safe and secure so that she can become a loving, confident companion.

BENJI is an adult male. Benji was found stray and is very gentle, likes the company of other cats and is adjusting rather quickly to his new environment. A cat this handsome and mellow should have no trouble finding a special home. He is a true gentle giant.

WHISKERS is an adult black and white male. Whiskers was adopted from PCS a number of years ago. Recently, his elderly owner passed away and Whiskers went to live with a family member who also had a cat. It just didn’t work out. After a period of sadness, Whiskers is starting to make the necessary adjustments to shelter life. He is a darling little cat and would be a great companion for an older person with no other pets.

LIBBY is a young adult, black and white female. Libby came to the shelter as an older feral kitten. She is still a bit tentative with people she doesn’t know, however, she has made great strides and is allowing the volunteers to groom and touch her. Libby is very warm and affectionate with the other cats in her room. In order to feel secure, Libby would definitely need the companionship of another cat in the household.

PETE is an adult male. He is a short haired brown tiger with white double paws. Poor Pete - He was turned over to our local Animal Control Officer after his elderly owner passed away. After a period of sadness, Pete has now made the adjustments to life at the shelter and is doing extremely well. Pete has very unique markings on his face and body and also has extra toes on all four paws. Pete is a great cat with a disposition you can’t help but love.

REX is an older black and white. He was one of two kittens living out of a dumpster. Two days after the first kitten was trapped, Rex went into the trap and was taken to the vet. He has now settled in and is playing and doing very well. He doesn’t like to be picked up but certainly enjoys his grooming sessions with the volunteers. Rex has very unique markings and would really enjoy the companionship of another cat.

ROSIE is a medium haired calico. She is a very small and gentle calico who was surrendered to the shelter in deplorable condition. This little girl was so flea ridden that she had lost a great deal of her fur; she was full of sores and scabs on her skin and was also suffering from a skin infection. Even worse, the fleas were so bad that she had become anemic from all the blood that they took from her! Rosie would love to find her a home where she can live as the only pet in a quiet environment.

Glenda Hazard is a writer and editor for Gatehouse Media. She is also a volunteer at Milford Humane Society. She can be reached by email at ghazard@wickedlocal.com or by phone at 508-490-7454.